Stress Management Techniques 1 – Rhythmic Breathing
Posted by admin in Stress Management on November 24, 2011
Taking time to relax is vital to counteract the destructive effects of chronic stress on the body. Through the use of relaxation techniques, one can begin to overturn this cumulative, damaging process, and connect to the body’s remarkable possibility for self-healing.
Herbert Benson, M.D., Harvard Professor and stress reduction specialist, first coined the phrase “Relaxation Response” in the early 1970s to explain the physiological and mental changes that take place when one deliberately relaxes. In The Wellness Book he writes that the relaxation response is “a physiological state characterized by a slower heart rate, metabolism, rate of breathing, lower blood pressure, and slower brain wave patterns.”
Here are some of the favorable changes that occur when your body is resting in the Relaxation Response:
1. Heartbeat and respiration are slowed.
2. Oxygen consumption is noticeably reduced.
3. The expiration of carbon dioxide drops.
4. Blood pressure becomes stable.
5. Blood lactate levels (which many researchers believe are linked to panic attacks) decline steeply.
There are numerous proven techniques which encourage this state of intense rest and release. Read the rest of this entry »
Try These Natural Anxiety Supplements For Quick Relief
Posted by admin in Supplements on November 23, 2011
Many people suffer from anxiety disorder. They look for different ways to combat this disorder. Some people think that consuming certain anxiety supplements can bring about great relief in their condition. According to certain medical researchers, some supplements have been just as successful as some prescription drugs to treat the symptoms. However, the problem lies in selecting the best supplements from the wide variety available.
Using the supplements is advantageous because they do not cause any side effects like the other medications. Also, choosing natural supplements can provide other benefits too. One of the most commonly used supplements is chamomile tea. It is a natural calming agent which can be taken as a tea or as capsules. Other popular anxiety supplements include damiana which is known for its calming effect and is used to treat mild forms of depression. This is an herb which has the capacity to relax the muscles and provide sedation.
People suffering from anxiety can benefit by using this supplement regularly. This should not be consumed when pregnant because it can be dangerous to the fetus. Another supplement is the valerian root which has been used to treat various problems like insomnia and sleep disorders. This antidepressant is an excellent supplement which is very effective and has similar effects on the brain as Prozac. Since it has a calming effect on the brain it can be used for reducing stress. Ancient Greeks and Romans used this herb for treating sleep disorders.
Other anxiety supplements which are very effective and have the ability to reduce the symptoms include passion flower, passion fruit, kava, St. John’s wort, magnesium, hops and glycine. Before taking any of these supplements you need to consult your doctor and get his advice. You have to remember that these can be dangerous if overused or taken without the advice of a doctor. Read the rest of this entry »
Case Management: A Progression in Investigation Case Handling
Posted by admin in Case Management on November 22, 2011
For law enforcement and internal affairs organizations, tracking become one of the most important methods to ensure accountability and increase the effectiveness of investigations. Apart from accountability, agencies must also ensure best practice internal processes throughout the investigation lifecycle-from instigation and the initial investigation through case finalization and review. Investigations address unique and seemingly endless demands and requirements that necessitate process efficiency with innovative tools, superior methodologies, and cutting-edge architectures. Silo-based approaches that employ multiple databases and systems create significant integration, information sharing, and data-quality challenges within the agency itself and across external agencies.
Case management paves the way for increasing investigative effectiveness and improved case solvability. In defining the importance of case management, Gartner, Inc., says, “At the most elemental level, case management is the electronic equivalent of what has supported business over several centuries: the cabinets, drawers, folders, forms and collaborative workflow processes supporting important human decisions. Case management captures the backward-and-forward nature of human interaction to reach a specific outcome”. Read the rest of this entry »